GOOD OLD DAYS RESTORES PUMPER #1
Kingston Residence of Fort Wayne, 7515 Winchester Road, hosted a local fundraiser for the Southwest Fire Fighters Association on Friday,
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Our news highlights the most impactful stories from Waynedale, Aboite, Southtown, Downtown, and the 46807 corridors of Fort Wayne, Indiana. This section brings together local profiles, key updates on city and county decisions, major neighborhood projects, public safety information, and high-profile community events that shape daily life on the south, southwest, and downtown sides of Fort Wayne.
A LOCAL SOLDIER & EASTER SEALS ARC INSPIRE PATRIOTIC MISSION
During times of turmoil and warfare throughout foreign countries, some good can still be found, lessons taught, and delightful stories
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WOODMAN, SPARE THAT TREE
WOODMAN, spare that tree! Touch not a single bough! In youth it sheltered me, And I’ll protect it now. ‘Twas
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ST. THERESE FALL FESTIVAL FUN
As the fall season began, the annual Waynedale tradition that provides food, fun and entertainment for the whole family has
Read MorePUBLIC SAFETY ACADEMY DIRECTOR ANNOUNCED
The Public Safety Foundation of Northeast Indiana is pleased to announce the selection of a Director for the Public Safety
Read MoreWAYNEDALE’S AMAZING RACE
Dr. Thomas Blake, a local dentist in Waynedale, worried his staff by scheduling a two-hour meeting. With the economy you
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LOCAL GARDENER RECEIVES STATE AWARD
The governor’s wife Cheri Daniels awarded Waynedale resident Barbara Jean Klemm, the First Lady of Indiana Cheri Daniels Award, at
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HARDY MUMS
While researching for “facts” on the topic of Hardy Mums, I was caught by surprise to see that
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CONGRATULATIONS ELLIOT MURI
Congratulations to Elliot Muri, who graduated with honors from Basic Training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas, in
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HOOSIER FAN CELEBRATES 102ND BIRTHDAY MEETING DANE FIFE
Kingston Residence resident, Helen Blackledge turned 102 years old on Monday, August 24. A party was planned that afternoon in
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HELLO WAYNEDALE!
“We would like to announce ourselves as the new owners of The Waynedale News, Alex Cornwell and Michael Alberico. We are
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OUR POST OFFICE ON THE “HIT LIST”
Our Waynedale Branch Post Office is on the Postal Service’s “hit list” of branches it is considering closing. The Waynedale
Read MoreST. THERESE FESTIVAL KICKS OFF WITH A RUNNING START
Runners will lead the St. Therese Fall Festival this year with a 5K Run/Walk. And for many individuals like myself,
Read MoreA FAST TEN YEARS
The first Waynedale News came out on September 2, 1932. The editor was Arden McCoy and some of the items advertised were
Read MorePICNIC IN THE PARK ‘09
The Waynedale Picnic was a huge success with over 1300 people attending our 7th annual “Picnic in the Park.” The picnic
Read MoreLUGAR STATEMENT ON SENATOR KENNEDY
U.S. Sen. Dick Lugar made the following statement on Senator Ted Kennedy: Senator Ted Kennedy and I had a
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DAFFORN’S CELEBRATE 40TH ANNIVERSARY
Larry and Lucy (Kepp) Dafforn celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary on August 15, 2009 with an open house hosted by their
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STREET VAULT
On Saturday, July 18th, 2009 Vault High Athletics hosted the 5th annual Three Rivers Festival Street pole vault. Novice Group, Elite High
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WAYNEDALE IS FRONT AND CENTER WHEN IT COMES TO GREEN
A few weeks ago, Waynedale Green Alliance, LTD took part in the Green City Business Certification Program at the Botanical
Read MoreLUTHERAN CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL AND RILEY REMIND DRIVERS TO STAY ALERT
Lutheran Children’s Hospital is once again partnering with Riley Hospital for Children to launch the Kids dart. Drive smart. campaign in Allen
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UMBER’S DO IT BEST GIVEAWAY HAS GRAND FINALE
Shopping giveaway winner takes home $1,000 in merchandise It got a little greener for Umber’s customers Steven and
Read MoreAMERICAN RED CROSS URGES CAUTION DURING HOT SUMMER MONTHS
The elderly and very young are most susceptible to heat illnesses When the dog days of summer deliver
Read More9-TIME CHAMPION COUGARS FAVORITE TO WIN
Nine-time Mid-States Football Association Mideast League champion University of Saint Francis has been tabbed by the league’s coaches to repeat
Read MoreMAYOR HENRY KICKS OFF CITY’S COMPLETE COUNT COMMITTEE FOR 2010 CENSUS
Community leaders to encourage full participation in important, safe decennial population tally Fort Wayne Mayor Tom Henry welcomed
Read MoreCHAUTAUQUA DAYS A FAMILY-FRIENDLY CELEBRATION
Families are encouraged to celebrate the birthday of Hoosier author, nature photographer and environmentalist Gene Stratton-Porter during Chautauqua Days on
Read MoreHENSLEY PRESENTED SHERRILL AWARD
On July 17, Guideposts magazine, in conjunction with the East Metro Atlanta Christian Writers Conference, presented its “Elizabeth Sherrill Lifetime Achievement Award”
Read MoreHOLDING BACK THE RIVER
Flood Wall Offers Protection; Winding Path Brings New Look to Greenway A significant project in protecting the Woodhurst
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QUIXOTE AND STARK FINISH 1ST
Congratulations to Katie Stark for being the winning rider for the western contest events at the 4-H County Fair. Riding
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TINCAPS ON COMCAST
The Fort Wayne TinCaps Baseball seems like a dream. They have the best record in baseball, major and minor leagues,
Read MoreLIFETIME SPORTS
Friday, July 24 marked the successful completion of the Lifetime Sports Academy’s 12th summer with over 300 more participants than last
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